Excursions in Davos

Around Davos, Parsenn and Jakobshorn are two particularly characteristic starting points for a varied day. Depending on the location, options range from city or lakeside walks to hiking, cycling and excursions into the surrounding landscape.

Davos is a year-round mountain destination: summer and autumn for hiking and the lake, winter for snow and mountain railways; shoulder seasons may have reduced services. If you want to stay flexible, start with a nearby destination and add a second stop when the weather and timing work in your favour.

With Parsenn, Jakobshorn, Lake Davos and Landwasser Valley, Davos offers a mix of well-known sights and regional excursion ideas. You can shape the day around scenery, culture, activity or relaxed exploration.

Start with Parsenn and Jakobshorn; for a longer day, treat Lake Davos or Landwasser Valley as a separate second focus and allow enough time for transfers.

Many destinations from Davos can be reached by train, bus or regional public transport. Mountain, lake and nature trips may also involve cable cars, boats or seasonal connections, so check the current journey before departure.

For destinations close to Davos, half a day is often enough. For longer rail journeys, mountain railways or boat connections, check return times and final connections in advance and leave some buffer in your schedule.